Frozen Hot Chocolate
This Frozen Hot Chocolate is the perfect treat in the winter, with a twist. Whether you live in hot or cold climates, this chilly chocolate-y drink is fun to sip on, and so delicious. Made optionally dairy-free without any refined sweeteners.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (6 ounces) dark chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 1/2 cups milk-of-choice
- 3-4 cups ice
- Whipped coconut cream or whipped cream, for serving
- Chocolate shavings, for serving
- Flaky sea salt, for serving
Directions
- Melt chocolate in either a double-boiler or slowly in the microwave. Whisk together the melted chocolate, cocoa powder and maple syrup. Whisk in the milk, gradually. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to cool.
- Add chocolate milk mixture and 3 cups of ice to a high speed blender. Blend until creamy and smooth, adding more ice if needed.
- Serve frozen hot chocolate with whipped coconut cream or whipped cream, and chocolate shavings. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if desired. Serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
- This recipe was originally published in 2015 and republished with a recipe and photo update in 2019.
